Heat your home with a water source heat pump.
As a homeowner or industry professional, investing in renewable technology could reduce utility bills for you or your client. If your property is near to a static or flowing water supply like a stream or river, then a water source heat pump could help you harness its energy to provide heat and hot water.
How water source heat pumps work.
Open loop ground source systems take water from aquifers or open bodies of water (ponds, rivers, etc). They extract the heat, send it back to your property, and release the cooled water back into the ground.
Advantages of water source heat pumps.
- Efficient – very high energy efficiency – water kept at a constant 10-13 degrees celsius.
- Minimal disruption – less installation disruption than ground source heat pumps and don’t require much space.
- Greener – no gas supply or fossil fuels required.
- Low maintenance – a lifespan of well over 20 years and very little maintenance.
- Control – perfect heat source for underfloor heating systems and great for regulating the temperature of your home.
- Compliance – meet building regulations and improve your SAP calculations.
Why South West Heat Pumps?
We only use quality water source heat pumps from leading European manufacturing with the highest commendation from the Austrian Institute of Technology. They are built with top-quality components, so our heating systems typically last for a minimum of 20 years – with very little maintenance.
Frequently asked questions.
How often do I need to service my water source heat pump?
This will depend on the water quality and what treatment is needed. This will be assessed before the product is installed.
Do water source heat pumps come with a warranty?
Yes, all ground source heat pumps we install come a minimum two-year parts and labour warranty. Extended warranties of up to seven years are available. Contact us for more information.
Can I take water from a river or a pond?
Any water source subject to certain conditions.
Who arranges for my borehole to be drilled?
South West Heat pumps has a network of experienced drillers around the country.
Do you offer service contracts?
Yes, our annual service costs £249 plus VAT.
Will I need to replace my radiators?
Depending on the heat losses and the size of the radiators you might need to increase the surface area, quite often radiators are already large enough or it can be as simple as changing a single panel to a double panel so very little disruption.
Do I need a new electric supply to power the heat pump?
We offer a wide range of single phase products up to 25kw removing the need for costly 3 phase upgrades on larger properties.
Homeowners & Self Builders
Planning to renovate your property, replace your heating system, or build a new property? We can help you with planning, supplying, and installing a renewable energy system. Click here to learn more.
Professionals
Are you an architect, builder, property developer or another industry professional? If you have a client interested in a renewable energy system, we can help you find one that fits your project goals and budget. Click here to learn more.
Take advantage of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
You may qualify for payment through the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme. Call us on 01271 850040 or email us to find out more.
